Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome | What Really Works for Knee Pain
DocJenFitSeptember 29, 202500:24:09

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome | What Really Works for Knee Pain

Join us as we discuss patellofemoral pain syndrome to identify what really works for knee pain in this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast with Dr. Jen & Dr. Dom, Doctors of Physical Therapy. Tune in as we debunk myths about outdated treatments and better explain how to manage patellofemoral pain syndrome for long term results that last.

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02:57 - What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome?
04:15 - Pain Sensitization and Overload
05:27 - Cycle of Chronic Pain and Recovery Challenges
06:50 - Importance of Progressive Loading
07:55 - Myth #1: Isolating the VMO
11:08 - Evidence-Based Key Rehab
12:58 - Load Management and Pain Desensitization
15:01 - Adjunct Therapies and Passive Treatments
17:24 - Phase 1: Isometrics and Mobility
19:25 - Phase 2: Strengthening and Loading
20:37 - Phase 3: Advanced Loading and Plyometrics
21:31 - Knee Plan on Jen Health

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